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School:

Huddersfield Business School

Credit Rating:

20

Level (including FHEQ):

H (FHEQ Level 6)

Graded or Non Graded:

Graded

Version Valid From:

2019-07-18

Module Leader:

Anita Elavia

Version Number

2023.01

Learning Methods

Guided Independent Study

Lecture

Synopsis

This module examines the values and value conflicts inherent in the modern practices of the business world, investigates the major philosophical issues that challenge the conduct of ethics as a rational enterprise, exposes students to major traditions in philosophical normative ethics and applies those traditions to specific value conflicts in … For more content click the Read More button below. Student will become familiar with business ethics as a type of applied ethics.  As such, it is concerned with principles applied and actions taken in the workplace and the boardroom.  At the same time, since business practice is inseparable from the rest of human life, Business Ethics has to take account of the well-being of human society and the natural environment.

Learning Strategy

The methods used to achieve the course objectives will include lectures, seminars, workshops and guest lecturers from industry where applicable.  Supporting material will be made available through the University’s VLE.

Outline Syllabus

This module gives students an opportunity to consider the ethical challenges that arise across the spectrum of business activity at the level of individuals, organizations and the society. The module will cover several specific ethical issues faced by businesses in the current environment focusing particularly on the functional areas of … For more content click the Read More button below. Students will identify the foundations of individual ethics, morality and the art of making decisions ethically, the theoretical and practical issues of recognizing and responding to ethical dilemmas and will find the link between good ethics and good business. The module will cover the nature, scope, principle concepts and issues of business ethics, concepts of Deontologist, Teleology, Altruism, Egoism, Legalism, Hedonism and Utilitarianism will be covered. The knowledge of ethical issues in business and society will enable students to take responsibility of business with concerns to the environment and to society.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module students will
1.
A knowledge of underpinnings of governance of corporations and evolution of corporate governance.
2.
An understanding of functioning and significance corporate boards and governance.
3.
An understanding of stakeholder perspective.
4.
Comment on the evolution of corporate governance.
5.
Evaluate corporate governance codes of major hospitality companies.
6.
Examine governance issues pertaining to typical ownership patterns.
7.
Show critical, creative and independent thinking on commitment to corporate governance.

Formative Assessment

Assessment 1: In-Class Test

Summative Assessment

Assessment 1: Written Assignment

Assessment 2: Exam

Assessment Criteria

The assessment criteria are as set out in the Huddersfield University Business School Assessment Guidelines.  The guidelines provide criteria for the assessment of both coursework and examination.

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